← Browse all apps Games Games
SMS Plus vs Dolphin
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SMS Plus
5.0Sega Master System and Game Gear emulator
Dolphin
8.0Emulator to play GameCube and Wii games
| Metric | SMS Plus | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 261 |
| 90-day Installs | 2 | 733 |
| 365-day Installs | 23 | 2.5K |
| Version | 1.3.7 | 2603a |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 9 | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 3.0K |
| Open Issues | - | 422 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | NOASSERTION |
| Language | — | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Oct 20, 2022 | Oct 25, 2013 |
Reviews
SMS Plus
SMS Plus is a user-friendly emulator for Sega Master System and Game Gear, ideal for retro gaming enthusiasts seeking to relive classic console experiences on their macOS devices.
Emulates Sega Master System and Game Gear consoles.
Pros
- + User-friendly interface
- + Supports multiple retro gaming systems
- + Clean and intuitive design
Cons
- - No updates since 2015
- - Minimal community support
Dolphin
Dolphin is a popular emulator for playing GameCube and Wii games on modern hardware. It offers improved performance and compatibility, benefiting retro gaming enthusiasts looking to enjoy classic titles on their PCs.
Emulates GameCube and Wii consoles to play their games on PC.
Pros
- + Actively maintained with frequent updates
- + Supports multiple platforms including macOS
- + Large and engaged community
- + Open-source
Cons
- - Unclear license terms
- - Performance may vary depending on hardware